Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Hesham A. Abboud

Neurology
Cleveland Clinic
400 Craven Rd, 
San Marcos, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
19
conditions
Cleveland Clinic
400 Craven Rd, 
San Marcos, CA 

Overview

Hesham Abboud is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California.

Dr. Abboud is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Encephalitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 70 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Abboud is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Hospital Affiliations

Uh Cleveland Medical Center
Uh Regional Hospitals
University Hospitals Portage Medical Center
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center
Uh St John Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic
Arabic - Jordanian

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Buckeye Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Dominion National
  • MEDICARE PDP
First Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medical Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medical Mutual
  • HMO
  • PPO
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
MetLife
  • PPO
SummaCare
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Cleveland Clinic
400 Craven Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
Other Locations
University Hospitals
11100 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

70 Total Publications

Presenting and residual movement disorders in all-cause autoimmune encephalitis.
Presenting and residual movement disorders in all-cause autoimmune encephalitis.
Journal: Journal of neuroimmunology
Published: May 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hesham A. Abboud

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hesham A. Abboud?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Hesham A. Abboud by calling their office at 216-444-2200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Hesham A. Abboud a top-rated expert for Transverse Myelitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hesham A. Abboud is classified as an Elite expert for Transverse Myelitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Hesham A. Abboud specialize in?

While Dr. Hesham A. Abboud is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Transverse Myelitis, Encephalitis, and Neuromyelitis Optica. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Hesham A. Abboud participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Hesham A. Abboud has published 70 articles and abstracts on conditions like Transverse Myelitis. You can view a list of Dr. Hesham A. Abboud's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Hesham A. Abboud accept my insurance?

Dr. Hesham A. Abboud accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 216-444-2200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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